The 100+ Habits of Great Leaders

The Complete List of Essential Leadership Habits for New Managers, Team Leaders, and Change Agents to Lead with Confidence

Welcome to the 100+ Habits of Great Leaders.

This guide currently contains 120 essential leadership habits for new managers, team leaders, and change agents to lead with confidence.

While some of these habits may seem simple, they will make a huge difference when practiced over the long-term.

I’ve grouped the habits by The 7 Skills of Great Leaders …

It’s not necessary to learn every habit on this list, but if you ever find yourself stuck or uncertain, maybe it’s time to adopt one (or more) of the 100+ Habits of Great Leaders.

The 7 Skills of Great Leaders

SKILL 01

Lead Yourself

Great Leadership begins with leading yourself. The habits in this area are about mastering the fundamentals that will enable you to perform at your best.

SKILL 02

Achieve Results

Great Leaders are able to achieve results. The habits in this area are all about determining priorities, setting goals, completing projects, and managing your time.

SKILL 03

Optimize Systems

Great Leaders are able to optimize how the work gets done. The habits in this area are about systems, processes, and rituals.

SKILL 04

Walk Your Talk

Great Leaders walk their talk. The habits in this area about becoming aware of your personal purpose, vision, and values.

SKILL 05

Nurture Relationships

Great Leaders nurture relationships. The habits in this area include trust, empathy, compassion and influence.

SKILL 06

Manage Up

Great Leaders manage up. The habits in this area are about managing the relationship with your boss.

SKILL 07

Coach Your Team

Great Leaders are great coaches. The habits in this area are about growing and developing others into great leaders.

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